The Associates of the Visitation, In the spirit of “LIVE JESUS,” strive to imitate the Hearts of Jesus and Mary in humility and gentleness. Flowing from the mystery of the Visitation, (Luke 1:39-46)
LIVE + JESUS
JOURNEY TOGETHER
Associates of the Visitation
Our Associate Program welcomes women for talks, prayer, and sharing on Salesian Spirituality. Guided by one of our Sisters, these Associates are given opportunities to support one another on their spiritual journeys. Associates identify with the community’s charism, value and mission by sharing in the spiritual life, prayers and apostolic works of the religious community. Our Associates study Salesian Spirituality, Fathers of the Church with regular conferences with our Spiritual leaders, attending Salesian Conferences and retreats. Their promise includes the statements “Through the studies of Salesian Spirituality, its Charism, and Traditions, and bonding with the Sisters, I desire to participate more fully in the life of the Church. By sharing in the Mission of the Sisters of the Visitation of Brooklyn, and by “Living Jesus” more fully each day in the spirit of St. Francis de Sales and St. Jane de Chantal, I hope to grow in love and service.”
OUR MISSION
The mission of the Associates of the Visitation of Brooklyn, and by ” Living Jesus” more fully each day in the spirit of St. Francis de Sales and St. Jane de Chantal, we hope to grow in love and service.
OUR HOPE
It is the Associates of the Visitation Brooklyn’s hope to be true witnesses to the endeavor, through study, prayer, and service. We truly hope to “Live Jesus” in our daily lives in the midst of the world.
OUR GOAL
Participation in the program will help each Associate to:
- Strengthen their baptismal commitment.
- Study and live the spirituality of St. Francis de Sales and St. Jane de Chantal.
- Share life, Talents, and Resources in Service to others.
- Support each other as a community of Associates of the Visitation.
“Do not wish to be anything but what you are, and try to be that perfectly.”
OUR LITTLE ASSOCIATES
The Visitation Youths are also called “The Little Associates.”
“be who you are and be that well, to give honor to the Master Craftsman whose handiwork you are.” ~ St. Francis de Sales
St. Francis de Sales’ attention to the “Little Virtues” of Gentleness, Humility, Kindness, and cheerfulness have left a lasting imprint on all Visitation/Salesian Family especially the youth.
RECENT AV JOURNAL & EVENTS
LIVE + JESUS
In the spirit of “LIVE JESUS,” we strive to imitate the Hearts of Jesus and Mary in humility and gentleness. Flowing from the mystery of the Visitation, (Luke 1:39-46) we model our Blessed Mother’s visit to her cousin Elizabeth. In prayerful attentiveness to the inspirations of the Holy Spirit, we carry the presence of Jesus to each other in the unfolding events of everyday life. ‘Living Jesus’ is allowing Him to continue His Life in us; it is living for God, in union with Him.
ON FEAST DAYS
| Feast of St. Frances de Sales | January 24 |
| Feast of the Visitation | May 31 |
| Foundation of the Order of the Visitation | June 6 ( 1610 – ) |
| Feast of St. Jane de Chantal | August 12 |
| Feast of St. Margaret Mary | October 16 |
| Brooklyn Visitation Foundation | September 24 ( 1855 – ) |
